Public Affairs Advisor

Job Description

Overview

Goldbelt C6 protects the safety and health of the country by supporting civilian public health and defense medical marketspace. C6 offers research and development, engineering, and logistics services that enhance and enlarge customers’ operations. C6’s expertise is focused on integrating C6ISR and scientific, engineering, and technical support for various government partners. The experts at C6 are research and data-driven and ready to create custom solutions.

Summary

Goldbelt C6, LLC., is seeking a Public Affairs Advisor to provide public affairs coordination necessary to meet mission requirements within the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs (EB) and the Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR).

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinate with TFS leadership, the Bureau’s Senior Media Advisor, Department of State bureaus, and the interagency to calibrate messaging.
• Draft and clear through the Department and interagency statements, tweets, releases, toppers, videos, fact sheets, press guidance, etc.
• Clear through the Bureau and/or Department statements, tweets, releases, fact sheets, and press guidance originating from other agencies and bureaus.
• Work with the Bureau, Department, and interagency on press/social media rollout plans to amplify major sanctions activities.
• Prepare TFS leadership and working-level officers for media events and public appearances.
• Build positive relationships with journalists who cover sanctions issues.
• Clear through the Bureau, Department, and interagency interviews for TFS leadership and working-level officers and make logistical arrangements as needed.
• Draft and review outgoing internet and social media content for proper format, consistency with policy guidance, and grammatical accuracy, making necessary corrections or returning to the originator for changes.
• Ensure that TFS’ website is kept up to date.
• Field media inquiries by clearing responses through the Bureau, Department, and interagency, determining ground rules, and relaying to the reporter.
• Coordinate with the Department’s Global Public Affairs (GPA) Bureau to update action website pages.
• Keep TFS leadership and staff apprised of media coverage and sanctions messaging coming from USG leadership.
• Coordinate TFS messaging on the Bureau’s major social media accounts, including Facebook and Twitter.
• Draft and review outgoing digital content for proper format, tone, and consistency with policy guidance.
• Serve as TFS’ primary liaison with GPA on development, production, and digital amplification of media content.
• Coordinate with Public Affairs sections at overseas posts to ensure that bureau officials’ official travel is promoted online.
• Maintain knowledge of the organizational structure of the State Department.
• Familiarize with EB operations and counter-threat finance and sanctions issues.

Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience in general practices within the Federal Government, specifically within the Department of State.
• Experience working with staff of all levels.
• Ability to act as a liaison.
• Experience in applying government regulations and procedures, such as travel regulations for domestic and international travel.
• The ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments with tight deadlines that often require coordination with other organizations.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) to collect, organize, prepare, and present information to various audiences.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, to provide information and assistance, prepare correspondence and reports, participate in meetings, and solve problems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or work experience related to statistical and research methodology.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Some travel may be required.
• Additional hours may be required, sometimes with little or no advance notice.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently holds an active Secret clearance.
• Prior experience working with the U.S. Department of State is highly desired.

Pay Range

$105,000 – $115,000 annually.

Pay and Benefits

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team’s dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Tax-deferred savings options.
• Supplementary benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

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